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Good351
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by Good351 » Fri May 25, 2018 2:53 pm
Hello everyone!
Totally new to the kayak world..we just picked up a couple Tarpon 100's from the outdoor shop I work at part time.
For my first question...What does everyone like for pfd's? I'm thinking something minimalist to not interfere with paddling and fishing.
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by NormanD » Sat May 26, 2018 9:05 am
Congrats on the new kayaks. With high back seats, I would recommend an Astral V-Eight. It has a high back that works well for me with the seat back on my Hobie Outback
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by Sore Thumb » Sun May 27, 2018 12:48 pm
Is an inflatable jacket allowed where you are? No back on most, just a couple of straps.
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by Big-Bass » Mon May 28, 2018 6:20 pm
Great looking kayaks! I have a Tarpon 100 that I haven't had out of the water yet to compliment my Old Town Predator MX. Best wishes on the water!
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by NormanD » Sat Jun 02, 2018 12:42 am
Yes, and while I have considered using an inflatable because of comfort I haven't gotten around to trying one. Certainly a viable option and the best PFD is the one that you will actually use.
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by Good351 » Mon Jun 18, 2018 7:37 am
Thanks for the replies everyone!
I've been looking around and I think I'm leaning towards the NRS Ninja for it's compact size. For now we are rocking the standard orange boat vest.
I did pick up a couple of rod holders from RailBlaza:
https://www.railblaza.com/blog/railblaz ... gear-trac/
Got them installed and will test this weekend
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by GaterB » Wed Nov 27, 2019 2:52 pm
NRS Chinook is super comfortable and has a high back that won’t interfere with the seat at all. Good front storage for tools as well.
A fish in the hand is worth two in the brush